The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a private driver, Okeke Johnchris for allegedly running over a man with his car after heated argument.
The victim, William Wisdom, a 33-year-old man, was said to have succumbed to the injuries he sustained when rushed to the hospital.
A statement issued on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, confirmed Johnchris’ arrest by the Ikoyi Division in Lagos State over the alleged murder of Wisdom.
Adejobi said the tragic incident happened on February 5, 2025, following a violent confrontation between the two individuals at Falomo Square, Ikoyi.
“Following a heated argument, Okeke allegedly rammed his Lexus saloon car into William, inflicting severe injuries. William was rushed to Gbagada General Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. A team of detectives visited the scene, and the deceased was taken to IDH Morgue in Yaba for an autopsy. The suspect has been apprehended and is currently in police custody pending conclusion of investigations and arraignment,” the police spokesperson explained.
The FPRO cautioned citizens against violent confrontations and encouraged those offended to seek proper redress through stipulated legal procedures.
He said, “Citizens must avoid taking the law into their hands. The Force remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents, working diligently to combat crime while upholding the fundamental principles of justice.”
Adejobi further revealed that a team of policemen from the Satellite Division, during routine patrols on February 7, 2025, intercepted and arrested a suspected hoodlum identified as Wisdom Obi who was in possession of a pistol and live ammunition.
He said the 24-year-old suspect was riding an unregistered motorcycle at the Abule Ado bus stop along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway in Amuwo Odofin, adding that “Upon searching the suspect, a brownie pistol along with 13 rounds of live ammunition was discovered concealed within an MP3 radio.”
“The suspect was taken into custody, with the motorcycle and recovered items documented as exhibits, while investigation continues,” he said.
Similarly, on February 7, 2025, Adejobi noted that another team of officers from the Orile Iganmu Division apprehended four suspected traffic robbers including Kadir Ibrahim, Ifeanyin John, Oduwole Shola, and Rilwan Olajuwon while they were attempting to rob passengers of a broken-down vehicle at the Ascon White Sand area of Orile Iganmu.
According to him, “The suspects are currently in custody as investigations proceed. The police strongly advises citizens to exercise vigilance and be wary of the cunning schemes of traffic robbers who blend in as innocent traffic traders, preying on unsuspecting individuals who find themselves entrapped in congested routes.”